Paraeducator - General Education Support (6-Hour Day)

Northwood Elementary; Mercer Island (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Washington State SEBB benefits

Job summary

Northwood Elementary in Mercer Island, WA is seeking a Paraeducator to assist instructional staff and support classroom operations. The role entails supervision, material prep, tutoring in small groups, and helping maintain a safe, organized learning environment.

The position is around 6.0 hours per day with benefits under the Washington SEBB program. Applicants should meet WA ParaPro qualifications and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet Washington State ParaPro qualifications.
• 1–3 years of experience with children preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Minimum age 18.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in school and on field trips.
• Prepare instructional materials as needed.
• Operate standard office and AV equipment.
• Tutor students in small groups at staff request.
• Support daily classroom operations and management.
• Escort students around campus as needed.
• Maintain a safe classroom environment and records.
• Communicate with staff and parents about students.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Student supervision

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro assessment or ETS ParaPro

AA degree / 72 quarters credits / 48 semester credits

Registered apprentice program

Tools

Office & AV equipment

Job description

Northwood Elementary in Mercer Island, WA is seeking a Paraeducator to assist instructional staff and support classroom operations. The role entails supervision, material prep, tutoring in small groups, and helping maintain a safe, organized learning environment.

The position is around 6.0 hours per day with benefits under the Washington SEBB program. Applicants should meet WA ParaPro qualifications and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.